FIRES

Fire is a tragedy that impacts countless families each and every year. To combat these, there are a number of career and volunteer fire departments located within our region, which are made up of dedicated individuals who serve the public’s needs on a daily basis. Certainly, fire suppression is a vital part of the services that they provide; however, it is their desire that such events never occur in the first place. Therefore, fire prevention and public education efforts are continually being implemented and you are encouraged to contact your local fire department concerning such programs. In addition, there are a number of resources available to our region’s businesses and citizens at both the state and federal levels.

Yet another tremendous resource is the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). This organization provides information that range from safety tips and fact sheets to various games and activites for children. These can be accessed directly from the NFPA.